SSSTS RIDDOR Accident Reporting 2

Question 1

Who is responsible for reporting incidents under RIDDOR on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

The employer, or the person in control of the premises if the injured person is not their employee

Answer

The duty to report under RIDDOR lies with the employer of the injured worker (for employees), or the person in control of the premises where the injury occurred (for non-employees such as members of the public). The HSE investigates the most serious incidents.

Question 2

What is the purpose of RIDDOR reporting from a construction site supervisor's perspective?

Accepted Answer

To provide the HSE with data to identify trends, investigate serious incidents and target enforcement, and to create a record for the site to investigate causes

Answer

RIDDOR reporting provides the HSE with data to identify industry accident trends and target resources. From the site perspective, reports trigger internal investigation that should lead to improved control measures to prevent recurrence.

Question 3

What is the difference between an 'accident' and a 'near miss'?

Accepted Answer

An accident results in injury, damage or loss; a near miss has the potential for harm but does not result in injury

Answer

An accident results in actual injury, damage or loss. A near miss is an unplanned event that had the potential to cause harm but did not. Both should be recorded and investigated, but only certain accidents and dangerous occurrences are reportable under RIDDOR.

Question 4

Which diseases are reportable under RIDDOR 2013?

Accepted Answer

Specified occupational diseases confirmed by a doctor, including occupational asthma, HAVS, carpal tunnel syndrome caused by vibration, and others listed in Schedule 3

Answer

RIDDOR 2013 requires reporting of specified occupational diseases confirmed by a doctor when linked to workplace exposure. For construction, these include HAVS, carpal tunnel syndrome caused by vibration, occupational asthma, occupational dermatitis, tendonitis and tenosynovitis.

Question 5

How long must employers keep records of RIDDOR-reportable incidents?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 years from the date of the incident

Answer

Employers must keep records of all incidents reportable under RIDDOR for at least 3 years. These records can be inspected by HSE inspectors and may be needed in legal proceedings.

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SSSTS RIDDOR Accident Reporting 2